Crawfish
Elvis Presley
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Well, I went to the bayou just last night There was no moon, but the stars were bright Put a big long hook on a big long pole And I pulled Mr. Crawfish out of his hole Crawfish See I got him; see the size Stripped and cleaned before your eyes Sweet meat, look, fresh and ready to cook Crawfish Now take Mr. Crawfish in your hand He's gonna look good in your frying pan If you fry him crisp or you boil him right He'll be sweeter than sugar when you take a bite Crawfish
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Written by: BENJAMIN WEISMAN, FRED WISE
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Background Info"Crawfish" is a song originally performed by Elvis Presley for his 1958 movie, "King Creole."
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Song CreditsThe song was written by Fred Wise and Ben Weisman, two frequent contributors to Presley's song catalogue.
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Song Style"Crawfish" is recognized for its distinct New Orleans jazz flavor, a style that's a slight departure from Presley's usual rock 'n' roll sound.
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Elvis's VersionDespite its popularity among Elvis fans, "Crawfish" was never released as a single. However, it's available on the "King Creole" movie soundtrack.
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Joe Strummer's VersionJoe Strummer, best known as the frontman of punk band The Clash, covered "Crawfish" in 2007 for the compilation album "King Size Dub Special: Rockers Hi-Fi vs. Dreadzone."
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Unique CollaborationThough Strummer never recorded with Presley, the two vocalist's versions of "Crawfish" were expertly blended into a virtual duet on the 2011 remix album, "In Dub."
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Reception of RemixThis unique mashup was hailed by critics and fans alike for showcasing the enduring power of Presley's voice, meshing perfectly with Strummer's gritty, punk-infused vocals.
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LegacyThe song's lyrics, inspired by New Orleans's love for crawfish, are often cited as an example of the rich cultural context that characterizes much of early rock 'n' roll.
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Song Influence"Crawfish" has been covered by a wide array of artists in various genres, marking its influence and classic appeal.
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Cultural ImpactThe song is often used in popular culture, in various forms of media like TV shows and advertisements, as shorthand for a certain kind of atmospheric, sultry Southern charm.
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